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Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond

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enjoy beautiful sunsets as you relax by the water's edge
the house from the road -- charming, cottage style
the clear water of Toddy Pond
looking up the pond -- great paddling!
view down pond

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Orland, ME
  • Place, Toddy Pond
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadia National Park's Visitors Center
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bangor, ME (BGR-Bangor Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond

Stonehill Cottage is charmingly located on pristine Toddy Pond. Facing the sunset, the house gets lots of daytime sun to enjoy on the deck or down by the water. Dive off the deep-water dock, paddle and swim the clear water, relax and listen to the loons. Indoors, the spacious living area encourages more relaxation -- six double doors open onto the lake view allowing for fresh air and sun into a double living room that provides plenty of room for everyone and a full size dining room that easily seats eight people. A fully equipped kitchen and outdoor grill allow for cooks of all types to prepare meals. Bedrooms include one bedroom downstairs with twin beds and two bedrooms upstairs, one with a queen bed and the other with a double bed but both with lake views. Each bedroom upstairs has its own private bathroom. An upstairs seating area provides another spot to enjoy the lake view. This house is truly comfortable and provides a great home base to enjoy the lake and Maine's beauty. Very family friendly with fairy houses in the yard and toys for kids.

The house is 1.5 miles down a well-maintained, dirt road. There are about six steps down from the driveway to the house that is built into a hill. Please note that drinking water must be brought in as lake water is not potable.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Portacrib available at house
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Orland

Located in Orland, this cottage is on a lake. Northeast Historic Film and Woodlawn Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Jonathan Buck Monument and Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory. Travelling with kids? Consider Rooster Brother Coffee Roasters and Grand Theatre. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Orland, ME

What's nearby

  • Toddy Pond - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Acadia National Park - 36 min drive - 44.1 km
  • Maine Savings Amphitheater - 43 min drive - 54.0 km
  • Acadia National Park's Visitors Center - 48 min drive - 60.9 km
  • Bar Harbor Whale Watch Co - 54 min drive - 66.7 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hancock Pour House - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ananda Luna DownEast Cafe & Curiosities - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Orland Market Pizza and Gifts - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dakshin Resturant - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond on 13 June 2026 start from NZ$485, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake-side Living at Its Best on Toddy Pond located?

This family-friendly Orland cottage is located on a lake, steps from Toddy Pond and within 12 mi (20 km) of Branch Lake and Bucksport Golf Club. Northeast Historic Film and Jonathan Buck Monument are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at this lovely home. It's roomy, well-appointed, clean and comfortable. The lake is beautiful. We swam and kayaked, and also hiked a number of beautiful trails nearby. We recommend this property without reservations.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect vacation spot

Everything was excellent! The only problem was spotty WI-Fi connection but that is not what you come to Maine for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The peaceful and tranquil location of this property is the perfect way to experience the region. We loved waking up to lake views in the morning and taking out the paddle board and kayaks in the afternoon. It’s a manageable launching location for Acadia NP. Inside is cozy and comfortable and the kitchen is well outfitted for cooking. The host provided clear access and checkout instructions and was responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy- host let us know the property would be left unlocked with keys inside, which it was. Kitchen was clean and well stocked with EVERYTHING we could need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting right on Toddy Pond!

We’ve been to Maine many times but this was one of our best due to the location and the house.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grisel E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful pond house

We had an amazing time at the cottage. The house was so comfortable and relaxing that we didn't want to leave. One week was not enough! Toddy Pond was so nice and the house came with everything to enjoy it, kayaks, paddleboards, etc... Thank you Susan for letting us stay at your beautiful place! Hopefully we'll be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Toddy Dream House

A beautiful Lakeside property that you’ll never want to leave when you stay there! My girls grew up on Toddy Pond and now their kids are experiencing the same joy as they did when they were young. Swimming, fishing, boating, floating, can’t fires, s’mores and more.
Chilling Out
Hot Diggity Dog
Perfect location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Honeymoon

We made Stonehill cottage our home base for our honeymoon, with its close proximity to bar harbor and Acadia national park it was perfect. Not to mention the stunning beauty of Toddy Pond for relaxing days in.. it made for the perfect fall getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

What a beautiful place, we enjoyed our stay, wish we could have stayed longer! This home has everything you could possibly need and the owners were very helpful and informative. Would definitely book this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent property

Amazing property. 3 families went. Each had their own room and bathroom. There is a great view of tge lake
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering

Toddy has been a very special place for our family. Can’t beat the fantastic dock for a long run and jump into the lake. And the sunsets are always awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

four night stay

My family had a great time at this house. We enjoyed using the well-stocked kitchen, watching movies in the big, comfy living room, and using the kayaks on the pond. It's a very comfortable and pretty house with great views.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

djm D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly

Toddy Pond is a beautiful, clean lake. We had a wonderful time kayaking and swimming off the dock. The house is spacious, comfortable and very well equipped. It is also private and quiet. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great lakefront home

Very clean and comfortable property well situated on Toddy Pond. Many useful amenities for lake-related activites. Great doc for swimming, fishing, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage Getaway

This beautifully furnished and well stocked cottage was perfect for our small family vacation. The lake was easily accessible, and we enjoyed using the kayaks and paddle board. We appreciated how well provisioned this cottage was, as everything from beach towels to puzzles, games and books were available for our use. I loved the peace and serenity of the lake, and listening to the loons call every evening. Stonehill Cottage was a wonderful place to rest, relax, and enjoy time at Toddy Pond with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

willow b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

the perfect lake getaway!

what a great find! the house itself was huge and just as pictured, with an incredible view from most every room. everything we could have needed was on site, including all kinds of water toys and floats, and a cabinet full of games for rainy days. susan was so responsive and easy to communicate with. will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible!

Words can hardly express the genuinely amazing week my family and friends enjoyed at Susan’s lake house. Every essential was present to make our time one of the best vacations of a lifetime. A perfect retreat with all the essentials for water fun including, paddle boards, kayaks,and tubes to snorkels, fishing poles and more. The house was warm and inviting. Our host left nothing for us to worry about, all amenities found as listed. We are grateful to have been able to share in this amazing property and are hopeful to return in future. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aug 2023

Great location on toddy pond. Very quiet, except for the loons The house was immaculate , very clean.The dock at the laje was great also. It was deep enough to dive in . The dock also came in handy, because i like to bring a 16 ft fishing boat to get around. the 7 mile lake. They had lots of inner tubes a d kayaks were alot of fun too. We hope to stay again next summer....
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Yury C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Serenity and tranquility

The house is great, well appointed, nicely decorated. It had everything needed. We stayed there with intention to visit Acadia park but we shortened our visit of Acadia to enjoy the lake and did some kayaking instead. We would give 5 points if we had better communication with the property owner. Normally we get owners respose much quicker if something is needed. This time it was over an hour, and in the situation we were in we needed it much quicker. Still we recommend to stay in this place. Also, Google maps does provide right directions to the house, Apple works better, but you need to use direction from VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect everything

Only good things to say about this stay. Location is great, clean and quiet. The house is cute, beautiful and unique. The decor is very cozy, there's so many comforts included & in great condition. Communication was great & the owner is very accommodating & helpful. We loved firepitting looking out at the pond & relaxing in the hammock. There's wood for sale everywhere cheap. We were lucky to have a hot week in September to go swimming. It was a bit hot in the upstairs bedrooms with the ac only downstairs but we used the fans. We didn't find the remote for the high hallway ceiling fan until we checked out. It was a wonderful 3 nights, we wish we could've stayed longer but would love to stay again sometime, maybe with family members.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a peaceful retreat

This property has a lot to offer and is well maintained. It is isolated and peaceful. One thing to know is that the drive down to the property at night can be intimidating, so it is advisable to arrive during daylight when you first come, otherwise you may feel uneasy. Once you've done the drive once, it is less of a problem. The unpaved road is maintained but still bumpy. Google maps directions were spot on and there are property markers, but if you are "city folk" it will be unusual. The kitchen has everything needed and we were surprised that there were some basic food/condiment supplies left, which we then added to because we weren't aware that there would be anything. We wish we had time to use the kayaks and paddleboards but it wasn't meant to be. Beautiful at surise and sunset. We had a comfortable stay and did not lack for anything. Grocery store in Bucksport had everything we needed as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful pond sunsets

The pond is clean & beautiful, with great views of sunsets & activity on the lake. Peaceful mornings. Love listening to the loons, watching baby geese & ducks & firepits.Loons weren't as active as last year, never saw but heard occasionally,so exciting when we did.Well stocked kitchen.Love the layout of house, for 2 couples it's perfect to have same size bedrooms. We felt that it's time to fix some issues around the house as they're the same as last year. The(white) bedroom doors don't close & lock so the door into the catwalk sitting area would creak back & forth with any breeze. We had to push the chair against it from the outside to stop that. The door into the bedroom sticks so you have to push really hard to close & when opened from outside it's hard, & loud to the person inside. The right side window wouldn't crank open at all so only 1 small window opens for air. The screen doors to the deck don't slide easily, maybe need some wd40 or something to help them slide. When trying to get in quickly to prevent bugs coming in, it's not really possible to close fast behind you. The cleaning was just ok. On 1st day my SIL found a lot of black hair on the shower walls of the right side bedroom. We didn't use the downstairs shower but there was a crumpled up, dried up wash cloth in the back corner of it. Cobwebs around the bottoms of the kitchen appliances & cabinets & wasn't swept under the couches- dust & puzzle piece, all noticed when I dropped something & went to pick it up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We loved waking up and having coffee by the pond on foggy mornings. Beautiful location and a beautiful drive to more touristy hotspots. The host was very responsive to minor issues we had along the way.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lakeside home

The property was located in a beautiful location. GPS is not very effective in finding this location. The 3 of us ranged in ages 64-84, the steps going down to the house where a little difficult to manuve with luggage. But it was overall it was a fabulous place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Orland

Very beautiful, peaceful cottage. Not far from Bar Harbor and Acadia. Cottage has everything you could possibly need. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Susan Thibedeau

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As a teacher and a professor, we are lucky to have free time in the summer to enjoy Maine's incredible natural beauty, cultural attractions, local restaurants. Transplants from away (Massachusetts and California), we enjoy the simple life in Maine, where people seem less rushed than in other places, and hope our renters also learn to love Maine, as we do.

Why they chose this property

We live in the Bangor area and have rented houses on Toddy Pond for years. We decided to buy our own and would like to share this lovely spot with others. It's truly a Maine paradise, a place to escape and to relax.

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